Keeping Up with Carrington
A weekly newsletter from Carrington Academy at Windermere
Friday, February 5th, 2026
Happy Friday, Carrington Families!
Another week of very cold weather here at CAW, but it has not stopped the learning and fun! Our students have made the best of the chilly weather, utilizing the Indoor Playground when possible, and learning all about the beauty of the frigid weather!
Today is National Chopstick Day. On your way out today, please grab a pair and celebrate using them for dinner tonight! Feel free to send me photos of your little ones enjoying them!
Q3 parent satisfaction surveys have started rolling out! We hope you'll take the time to share valued feedback with us on the good, the bad, the ugly and how we can continuously improve your experience with us!
We wanted to show how much we truly appreciate our amazing families by hosting a Parent Appreciation Grab-and-Go Breakfast. Please see the flyer below for all the details. We look forward to celebrating you!
Below, you will find the classroom party times for our Valentine’s Day celebrations. Parents are more than welcome to join us and be part of the fun. With GA Pre-K being out Friday, February 13th, they will have their party on Thursday, February 12th. We look forward to celebrating together.
As a reminder, the school will be CLOSED on Monday, February 16th for Professional Development Day for our staff.
Lastly, don’t forget to leave us a Google Review! Your kind words and feedback mean so much to us.
We are incredibly thankful for each of you and hope you have a wonderful and relaxing weekend!
With Love,
Ms. Ashley Chandler
SNOW MUCH FUN!
Upcoming Events:
Friday, February 6th-National Chopsticks Day & Football and Cookie Friday
Tuesday, February 10th-Parent Appreciation Breakfast 7am-9am
Wednesday, February 11th-Wear it Wednesday-Decades Day
Friday, February 13th-Valentines's Day and Class Parties! Wear Red or Pink
Monday, February 16th-School CLOSED-Professional Development Day
Wednesday, February 18th-Wear it Wednesday-Dress to Unimpress
Thursday, February 19th-Leave us a Google Review
Friday, February 20th-Cookie Friday
Tuesday, February 24th-Principal Office Hours 1-2pm
Wednesday, February 25th-Wear it Wednesday-Carrington Spirit Wear/Cheetah Print Day!
Thursday, February 26th-National Chili Day
Friday, February 27th-Cookie Friday
Click the link below to order your Spirit Wear for upcoming School Spirit Days!
Our Carrington Cheetahs had an AMAZING week!
Important Reminders:
- Parking Lot Safety: Please ensure that you are not allowing your children to play and run in the parking lot. Additionally, supervision must be maintained by parents once you've picked up your child - please do not allow your children to run into the parking lot unsupervised.
- Sunscreen: Sunscreen should be applied each day BEFORE coming to school; we will apply it in the afternoon only. (Summer Only)
- Outside food and/or drink: These are NOT permitted in the school for allergy and safety purposes. We appreciate your help and cooperation with this.
- No Zipper Bedrolls: The state does not permit us to have bedrolls with Zippers on them. Please ensure that when purchasing your bedrolls that it is
- Toys from Home: Toys from home are not permitted unless specified on the monthly calendar for special events/days. Soft, small loveys are allowed, but only for naptime, where applicable.
10am Drop Off Time: As mentioned previously, we want to ensure that all students are getting the benefit of our private preschool curriculum. With this, if you will be arriving for the day past 10am, please ensure you have called the school to notify us OR sent a message through Links 2 Home/Tadpoles. This also helps with planning teacher lunches for the day, and ensuring that the chef is aware of proper numbers for snacks/lunch as she prepares food for the day.
- If your child is out sick and diagnosed with an illness, please be sure to let the admin team know. This way, we can send out a notice of medical concern to the classroom so that parents are aware of any exposure to illness.
- Outside food and/or drink is NOT permitted in the school for allergy and safety purposes. We appreciate your help and cooperation with this.
- Hazardous Items in Bookbags - We ask for your partnership in helping to ensure that hazards are not in your child's bags and accessible to children throughout the day. Please be sure there is not chap stick, necklaces, choking hazards, medicine, plastic bags, etc. left in your children's bags. If needing to bring such items, please give them to an admin team member or your child's teacher when dropping off. We appreciate your help with this!
Enrichment Programs: Enroll NOW for the 2025-2026 school year!
Kids in Motion Dance Class (ages 3+)
Kids in Motion offers fun and imaginative dance classes in a positive and nurturing environment. Steps, positions, movement patterns, and routines are taught using fun props and music. An off-site recital will be held in May and is optional. 30 minute classes are held every Monday at 9:30am. Price is $55.00/month. FULL FOR THE 25-26 SCHOOL YEAR
Amazing Athletes (ages 2+)
30 minute classes are held every Wednesday at 10am. Price is $75.00/month.
Soccer Stars (ages 2+)
30 minute classes are held every Tuesday at 10am. Price is $80/month with a one time $30 registration fee.
GA Pre-K Soccer Stars
Classes are held every Tuesday after dismissal until 3pm. Price is $80/month with a one time $30 registration fee.
N Zone TBall (ages 2+)
30 minute classes are held every Friday at 10am. Price is $80/month with a one time $15 registration fee.
Please see the attached UPDATED Ancillary Registration Form below.
*Georgia Pre-K students are not permitted to participate in enrichment programs if they fall during their instructional class time.*
Monthly Menu:
Calendars:
Cheetah Crew of the Month!
The Osborne Family
Who makes up your family? (Pets included)
Our family is so honored to be named the Carrington Academy Family of the Month! Our family is made up of Zach, Ashley, Benton, and Franklyn (Frankie)—along with our dog, Butter Bean, and our fish, Lucky.
When did you join the Carrington Academy at Windermere?
We joined the Carrington Academy family in August of last year after searching for an enrichment program that would truly support a child needing both Pre-K1 and Pre-K2, and Carrington has exceeded our hopes in every way.
Can you share what your child(ren) has learned throughout their time with us?
Since starting in August, our daughter Franklyn has grown tremendously. She has discovered a true love for writing and drawing, which has become almost a constant hobby for her. Watching her confidence, creativity, and excitement for learning blossom has been such a joy for our family.
Are there specific staff that you'd like to highlight or thank?
We are incredibly grateful to Ms. Sara and Ms. Brittany for their hard work, patience, and dedication. A big thank you as well to Ms. Surhabi for making drop-offs smoother and easier each day—it truly means so much. We also appreciate Ms. Ashley, Ms. Nicole, Ms. Haley, and Ms. Mina for always being so organized and on top of everything. And thank you to Mr. Mike and the after-care team for their endless patience with Frankie’s wild antics!
The Carrington Academy family is truly incredible, and we are so thankful—and proud—to be a part of it.
Cheetah Star of the Month!
Sunitha Pratti, GA Pre-K II Assistant Teacher
Who’s in your family?
I live with my husband, Mohan, and our two wonderful children, Yogith and Nishita.
When did you join the Carrington Academy Windermere family?
I became part of the Carrington Academy Windermere family in November 2023, and from the very beginning I felt surrounded by the love and support of the admin team and my co‑teachers. Their kindness and encouragement made me feel truly welcomed.
What made you decide to work at Carrington Academy?
I chose Carrington Academy because of the positive, team‑oriented environment created by the admin team and co‑teachers. Their dedication to children and to one another made me feel that this was a place where I could truly make a difference. I love working with children. Their joy and curiosity bring so much meaning to my work and remind me every day why this field is important to me.
What do you enjoy most about working here?
What I enjoy most about working here is the genuine sense of connection and care that fills our school. The admin team and my co‑teachers create a positive, supportive atmosphere, and the children bring so much happiness to every moment. Teaching in this environment allows me to pour my heart into my work, build strong relationships with the children, and watch them grow with confidence and curiosity. Being part of such a loving and dedicated team makes every day meaningful.
What’s a fun fact about you?
A fun fact about me is that I love cooking new recipes and doing online shopping.
Child Care Weather Watch Chart
- Green zones - all scheduled outdoor time is permitted
- Yellow zones - limit outdoor play to part of the time scheduled and watch for signs indicating the children need to go inside
- Red zones - scheduled outdoor time is NOT permitted; Flex room will be utilized during these times
Thank you for partnering with us on your child's early educational journey!
If there is ever anything we can do to help, please do not hesitate to reach out - we are always happy to do so!
About Us
Email: ashley.chandler@carringtonacademy.com
Website: carringtonwindermere.com
Location: 4410 Front 9 Drive, Cumming, GA, USA
Phone: 770.888.8011
